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General Summary of Position
Responsible for the receipt, control/inventory, and issue/disbursement of pharmaceuticals, supplies and materials. Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Receives, inspects, unpacks, and verifies quantities received against packing slip or purchase order for items/supplies delivered. Accepts/rejects delivery. Shelves and stores received items/supplies.Processes inventory documentation concerned with the storage and distribution of items/supplies, including receiving reports, general stock requisitions, return to stock credits, etc. which may involve entering items received into a computerized inventory system. May check on back orders using a computer/terminal.May upload/download inventory information to/from the personal computer into/out of the portable, hand held computer. Checks for and pulls opened, damaged, overstock, or expired inventory. Replaces expired, or damaged pharmaceuticals, dirty boxes/containers, labels, etc. Straightens/cleans exchange cart(s). Disposes of pulled items in accordance with standing departmental policy. Participates in periodic physical inventories.Pulls from bulk stock items necessary to restock pharmacy satellite locations. Restocks shelves ensuring that the items are correctly labeled/numbered, while protecting the integrity of sterile supplies. Rotates stock in accordance with established protocol within the department.May make stock record entries, including consumption data and quantity of items in storage to assist in establishing stock/par levels. Informs supervisor of items not in demand.Checks off and files completed requisitions.May issue/distribute/deliver items/supplies to or within WHC.May assist in or accomplish the collection, packaging, shipment, and complete documentation of goods/items returned to vendor(s).Conducts monthly patient care area pharmaceutical storage and expiration date checking for areas assigned including the Support Services and satellite pharmacies.May catalog items and enter them into inventory or check on back orders by using a computer terminal or personal computer.Breaks down and discards boxes; maintains the work area(s) in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
Experience
- At least 6 months experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Requires the ability to read and write, and knowledge of grammar and arithmetic, including fractions and decimals.
- May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, etc.); the preparation, comparison, or checking of reports, records, and related data; and basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application.
This position has a hiring range of $17.938 - $25.486
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MedStar Health
Jun 06, 2025